Benjamin Moore Jester CC-34
| Official page: | Jester CC-34 |
| Code: | CC-34 |
| Name: | Jester |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Jester?
Elevate your space with the sophisticated charm of Benjamin Moore's Jester (CC-34). This rich and vibrant hue exudes a sense of luxury and opulence, making it ideal for creating a statement wall or adding a pop of color to your decor. Pair Jester with soft neutrals like ivory or taupe for a classic look, or with deep jewel tones such as sapphire or emerald for a more dramatic effect. Whether used in a living room, bedroom, or dining area, Jester (CC-34) adds a touch of elegance and warmth to any interior space. Explore the endless possibilities of this striking color to transform your home into a stylish sanctuary.
Jester for bedroom
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Jester for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Purple shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore CC-34 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore CC-34 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Benjamin Moore Jester reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Jester undertones?
The undertone of Jester can be accurately described as a Red hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#5A3646
RGB code:
90, 54, 70
Is Benjamin Moore Jester CC-34 cool or warm?
With a hue of 333° thisdark purplerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
CC-34 Jester HSL code: 333, 25%, 28%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm purple shades add a rich and luxurious feel to a room, creating a sense of depth and warmth, ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
How light temperature affects Jester
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark purple shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Jester:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Jester with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 153, such as Benjamin Moore Pleasant Valley and Stratton Blue.
LRV of Jester
Jester has an LRV of 6.87% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 6.87%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #5A3646 | |
| RGB Decimal | 90, 54, 70 | |
| RGB Percent | 35.29%, 21.18%, 27.45% | |
| HSV | Hue: 333° Saturation: 40.0% Value: 35.29% | |
| HSL | hsl(333, 25, 28) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 40.0 Yellow: 22.22 Key: 64.71 | |
| YIQ | Y: 66.588 I: 16.311 Q: 12.595 | |
| XYZ | X: 6.641 Y: 5.255 Z: 6.457 | |
| CIE Lab | L:27.448 a:18.662 b:-3.083 | |
| CIE Luv | L:27.448 u:19.826 v:-6.144 | |
| Decimal | 5912134 | |
| Hunter Lab | 22.923, 11.599, -0.655 |
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